Ringing Roger & Grindslow Knoll from Edale - Walk 1113 - Walking Britain Ringing Roger & Grindslow Knoll from Edale Introduction to Walk 1113 Length - 5.5 miles / 8.9 km Ascent - 1450 feet / 439 metres Grade - moderate A short and energetic walk that starts in Edale and climbs onto rocky Ringing Roger. The route then follows the edge of the Kinder Plateau to Grindslow Knoll. After enjoying the view, the walk descends back to the start. Map showing start Suggested Maps It is recommended you take a map with you when following a walk route. The preferred scale is 1:25000 used by the Explorer series. Note If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps.

- OS Landranger - Sheet 110 BUY MAP Walks from the same start Grindsbrook & Edale Head from Edale Grade - moderate Rushup Edge & Crowden Tower from Edale Grade - moderate Ringing Roger & Edale Cross from Edale Grade - moderate The Great Ridge from Edale Grade - moderate The Kinder Edges from Edale Grade - mod/hard The Summit of Kinder Scout via The Cloughs Grade - moderate Hope Cross & Ringing Roger from Edale Grade - moderate Length - 8.0 miles / 13 km Other walks nearby 1.3 miles / 2.1 km away Rushup Edge & Edale from Mam Nick Grade - moderate 1.3 miles / 2.1 km away Mam Tor, Upper Booth and Rushup Edge Grade - moderate 1.3 miles / 2.1 km away Mam Tor & Hollins Cross 1.3 miles / 2.2 km away Old Dam & Sparrowpit from Mam Tor Grade - moderate 2.1 miles / 3.4 km away Mam Tor & Cave Dale from Castleton Grade - moderate 2.2 miles / 3.5 km away Speedwell Cavern circular from Castelton Grade - easy

 2.2 miles / 3.5 km away Cave Dale and Winnats Pass from Castleton Grade - easy 2.2 miles / 3.5 km away Hollins Cross & Lose Hill from Castleton Grade - easy/mod 2.2 miles / 3.5 km away Lose Hill & Hollins Cross from Castleton Grade - easy/mod 2.7 miles / 4.2 km away Blackden Brook, Kinder & Upper Ashop Grade - moderate Length - 6.8 miles / 11 km Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line.

The distance by road may be further. Area Information Peak District NP The Peak District National Park suffers from a split personality with its contrasting White and Dark Peaks. Within easy distance from Manchester, Sheffield and the Midlands there is ... - More information How are the walks graded? Learn how each walk is assessed and select a walk to suit your ability and experience - More Information Please Note - These walks have been published for use by site visitors on the understanding that Walking Britain is not held responsible for the safety or well being of those following the routes as described. Accommodation Nearby Hope Cross & Ringing Roger from Edale - Walk 1300 - Walking Britain Hope Cross & Ringing Roger from Edale Introduction to Walk 1300 Length - 8.0 miles / 13 km Ascent - 1700 feet / 515 metres Grade - moderate A Peak District walk that explores the eastern end of the Kinder plateau. Starting from Edale the route follows the slopes of Kinder to reach Hope Cross. From here the walk continues to gain height and follows a high level route for the return via Ringing Roger to Edale.

GPX File available for download Map showing start Suggested Maps It is recommended you take a map with you when following a walk route. The preferred scale is 1:25000 used by the Explorer series. Note If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps. - OS Landranger - Sheet 110 BUY MAP Walks from the same start Grindsbrook & Edale Head from Edale Grade - moderate 2.7 miles / 4.2 km away Blackden Brook, Kinder & Upper Ashop Grade - moderate Length - 6.8 miles / 11 km Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further. Area Information Peak District NP The Peak District National Park suffers from a split personality with its contrasting White and Dark Peaks. Within easy distance from Manchester, Sheffield and the Midlands there is ... - More information How are the walks graded?

Learn how each walk is assessed and select a walk to suit your ability and experience - More Information Please Note - These walks have been published for use by site visitors on the understanding that Walking Britain is not held responsible for the safety or well being of those following the routes as described. Accommodation Nearby Kinder Trespass - Introduction :: Environment Introduction This website is being developed by the Kinder Visitor Centre Group, as part of Kinder Trespass Archive Project, funded by a grant from the Peak District National Parkï¿½s Sustainable Development Fund. The longer term aim of the Kinder Visitor Centre Group is to raise funds to establish a permanent visitor centre in Hayfield. We believe that the Mass Trespass is an iconic heritage topic of national and regional importance, and merits being developed into a significant visitor attraction. As well as presenting information about access history, the proposed centre will also have an important role in promoting current access opportunities, and in raising awareness about environmental issues affecting our local moorlands. KVCG envisage that the centre will attract extra visitors into Hayfield village, which should help to sustain local businesses. It will be a hub for village information, for voluntary work opportunities, for local history and for other local heritage initiatives.

This section of the website is the beginning of that process of making information available in one place about current access and environmental issues related to Kinder and the adjacent moorlands. The Essence of Kinder.... Kinder Scout's beautiful moorland landscap contains unique habitats for some rare and wonderful species. In our busy and noisy world this is one of the few places where it is still possible to experience a feeling of wilderness and the freedom to roam. To ensure this essence of Kinder is not lost it is essential to protect the special environment and maintain accessibility. Improved Access on Kinder Scout Works to renew some 2,000 metres of well-loved paths at four major access points to Kinder Scout in the Peak District National Park have been completed in time for the popular New Year walking season. In a major project managed by Moors for the Future Partnership , paths at Grindslow Knoll, Crowden Tower, Ringing Roger and The Nab have been enhanced to make walking easier and to restore the internationally important moorland habitat by reducing erosion caused by foot traffic and water. Carried out as part of the Natural England Conservation Plans Project (NECPP), the initiative saw the airlifting by helicopter of over 200 tonnes of stone flags and pitching.

Flags have been laid over areas of deep peat and stone pitching adopted to ease the way over difficult steep sections, such as the ascent up Grindslow Knoll. Crucial innovations include a range of long-term robust water management features, including drainage ditches, water bars and fords. By introducing water bars and angling flagstones, water is diverted across and away from the paths. Project manager Matt Scott-Campbell is delighted with the outcome: "Itï¿½s fitting that weï¿½ve completed the project in 2012 ï¿½ the year which saw the 80th anniversary of the Mass Trespass. The improved footpaths will significantly enhance walkersï¿½ access and enjoyment while protecting much loved landscape and wildlife. Weï¿½ve introduced a whole range of solutions to help protect the moorland in the long term, while respecting the spectacular beauty of these locations which are part of the Dark Peak Site of Special Scientific Interest.ï¿½ The project was carried out with support from the National Trust and local landowner Tom Noel, who added: "When restoring these popular footpaths, it was vital to take account of the different ways in which the land is used.

The needs of the farming community had to be accommodated, as well as those of people accessing the moors for walking or grouse shooting. The significant improvements that have been made will ensure that a range of people can access the moors, while minimising the damage that has been such a serious problem in the past.ï¿½ Edale | PeakRoutes.com Edale No comments For the first outing in my new Luxe HexPeak v4a I arranged an overnight Peak District adventure with my friend Rich aka UKWildCamper on YouTube, we met up at the Rambler in Edale for a quick pre walk drink before leaving the warmth of the open fire and heading off out in to the elements. The forecast had threatened heavy rain but we had no intentions of cancelling as we both wanted to test out some new bits of kit. I wanted to test the Continue reading → Share this: One comment This weeks mini adventure will officially go down as my favourite ever solo wilds camp in the glorious Peak District, all the conditions were perfect to make it a night to remember. I arrived in Edale to clear skies and as I walked up Kinder Scout the mist / cloud began to roll up the valley and over the Great Ridge.

I spent a mesmerising 7-8 hours time lapsing everything I could see from cloud inversions to the moon and stars. If every wild camp Continue reading → Peak District - Wild Camping above the clouds on Kinder Scout Play Now The Great Ridge from Edale - Walk 2595 - Walking Britain The Great Ridge from Edale Introduction to Walk 2595 Length - 8.5 miles / 13.8 km Ascent - 1800 feet / 545 metres Grade - moderate This ridge walk is a very popular excursion mainly because of the excellent views. GPX File available for download Map showing start Suggested Maps It is recommended you take a map with you when following a walk route. The preferred scale is 1:25000 used by the Explorer series. Note If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps.

- OS Landranger - Sheet 110 BUY MAP Walks from the same start Grindsbrook & Edale Head from Edale Grade - moderate Rushup Edge & Crowden Tower from Edale Grade - moderate Ringing Roger & Edale Cross from Edale Grade - moderate The Kinder Edges from Edale Grade - mod/hard The Summit of Kinder Scout via The Cloughs Grade - moderate Ringing Roger & Grindslow Knoll from Edale Grade - moderate Hope Cross & Ringing Roger from Edale Grade - moderate Length - 8.0 miles / 13 km Other walks nearby 1.3 miles / 2.1 km away Rushup Edge & Edale from Mam Nick Grade - moderate 1.3 miles / 2.1 km away Mam Tor, Upper Booth and Rushup Edge Grade - moderate 1.3 miles / 2.1 km away Mam Tor & Hollins Cross 1.3 miles / 2.2 km away Old Dam & Sparrowpit from Mam Tor Grade - moderate 2.1 miles / 3.4 km away Mam Tor & Cave Dale from Castleton Grade - moderate 2.2 miles / 3.5 km away Speedwell Cavern circular from

 Castelton Grade - easy 2.2 miles / 3.5 km away Cave Dale and Winnats Pass from Castleton Grade - easy 2.2 miles / 3.5 km away Hollins Cross & Lose Hill from Castleton Grade - easy/mod 2.2 miles / 3.5 km away Lose Hill & Hollins Cross from Castleton Grade - easy/mod 2.7 miles / 4.2 km away Blackden Brook, Kinder & Upper Ashop Grade - moderate Length - 6.8 miles / 11 km Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line.

The distance by road may be further. Area Information Peak District NP The Peak District National Park suffers from a split personality with its contrasting White and Dark Peaks. Within easy distance from Manchester, Sheffield and the Midlands there is ... - More information How are the walks graded? Learn how each walk is assessed and select a walk to suit your ability and experience - More Information Please Note - These walks have been published for use by site visitors on the understanding that Walking Britain is not held responsible for the safety or well being of those following the routes as described. Accommodation Nearby Ringing Roger & Edale Cross from Edale - Walk 1295 - Walking Britain Ringing Roger & Edale Cross from Edale Introduction to Walk 1295 Length - 10.0 miles / 16.3 km Ascent - 2100 feet / 636 metres Grade - moderate This Peak District walk starts from Edale village and climbs onto Kinder Scout via Ringing Roger. The route provides rough moorland walking on relatively quiet paths and includes Upper Grindsbrook, Crowden Brook and Edale Cross before descending Jacob's Ladder on the return to Edale.

GPX File available for download Map showing start Suggested Maps It is recommended you take a map with you when following a walk route. The preferred scale is 1:25000 used by the Explorer series. Note If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps. - OS Landranger - Sheet 110 BUY MAP Walks from the same start Grindsbrook & Edale Head from Edale Grade - moderate 2.7 miles / 4.2 km away Blackden Brook, Kinder & Upper Ashop Grade - moderate Length - 6.8 miles / 11 km Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further. Area Information Peak District NP The Peak District National Park suffers from a split personality with its contrasting White and Dark Peaks. Within easy distance from Manchester, Sheffield and the Midlands there is ... - More information How are the walks graded?

Learn how each walk is assessed and select a walk to suit your ability and experience - More Information Please Note - These walks have been published for use by site visitors on the understanding that Walking Britain is not held responsible for the safety or well being of those following the routes as described. Accommodation Nearby Improved access on Kinder Scout to help walk off that Christmas excess! | Moors for the Future Home › News › News Archive › Improved access on Kinder Scout to help walk off that Christmas excess! Improved access on Kinder Scout to help walk off that Christmas excess! 09 January 2013 Works to renew some 2,000 metres of well-loved paths at four major access points to Kinder Scout in the Peak District National Park have been completed in time for the popular New Year walking season. In a major project managed by Moors for the Future Partnership, paths at Grindslow Knoll, Crowden Tower, Ringing Roger and The Nab have been enhanced to make walking easier and to restore the internationally important moorland habitat by reducing erosion caused by foot traffic and water.

Carried out as part of the Natural England Conservation Plans Project (NECPP), the initiative saw the airlifting by helicopter of over 200 tonnes of stone flags and pitching. Flags have been laid over areas of deep peat and stone pitching adopted to ease the way over difficult steep sections, such as the ascent up Grindslow Knoll. Crucial innovations include a range of long-term robust water management features, including drainage ditches, water bars and fords. By introducing water bars and angling flagstones, water is diverted across and away from the paths. Project manager Matt Scott-Campbell is delighted with the outcome: “It’s fitting that we’ve completed the project in 2012 – the year which saw the 80th anniversary of the Mass Trespass. The improved footpaths will significantly enhance walkers’ access and enjoyment while protecting much loved landscape and wildlife.

We’ve introduced a whole range of solutions to help protect the moorland in the long term, while respecting the spectacular beauty of these locations which are part of the Dark Peak Site of Special Scientific Interest.” The project was carried out with support from the National Trust and local landowner Tom Noel, who added: “When restoring these popular footpaths, it was vital to take account of the different ways in which the land is used. The needs of the farming community had to be accommodated, as well as those of people accessing the moors for walking or grouse shooting. The significant improvements that have been made will ensure that a range of people can access the moors, while minimising the damage that has been such a serious problem in the past.” Find out more about the Natural England Conservation Plans Project here . News The Highest Hills in the Peak District Height: 636m 2,087 feet Kinder Scout is a moorland plateau in the Dark Peak. Most famous for the famous mass trespass by ramblers who had previously been denied access to to open country this highest point in the Peak District is still a major draw to walkers. The most popular way to Kinder Scout is from Edale.

When on top and in clear weather conditions Manchester can be seen as well as the highest mountains of Snowdonia. Try this walk . Bleaklow Height: 633m 2,077 feet Bleaklow Head, the high point at the western side of an extensive gritstone moor is a Hewitt and is crossed by the Pennine Way. It is one of three summits on this plateau above 2,000 feet, the others being Bleaklow Stones, some 1.9 miles to the east along an indefinite ridge, and Higher Shelf Stones, 0.9 miles south of Bleaklow Head. Bleaklow includes the most easterly point in the British Isles over 2,000 feet. Try this walk . Grindslow Knoll Height: 601m 1,972 feet Grindslow Knoll is the high point at the western side of Grindsbrook Clough that looks across to the Nab on the east. As with Kinder Scout the most popular way to get to Grindslow Knoll is from Edale via Grindslow House.

To complete a good round walk continue to Fox Holes, Upper Tor and Ringing Roger before descenbding from the moor via the Nab back to Edale. Try this walk . Black Hill Height: 582m 1,909 feet Black Hill is peaty and boggy after rain. The area had virtually no vegetation and was dark, giving the hill its name but recent plant regeneration has improved things. Black Hill is on the Pennine Way and its paved surface allows walkers to reach the top dry-shod even in wet weather. The hill can be visited by several routes, including from Crowden with a return which can be made over Westend Moss to create a pleasant circular walk. Try this walk . Shining Tor Height: 559m 1,834 feet Shining Tor between Buxton and Macclesfield, lies on the border between Derbyshire and Cheshire. The summit is the highest point in Cheshire. The hill can be climbed by many routes, perhaps most commonly from the Goyt valley by Errwood reservoir, perhaps combined with a walk along the ridge north from Shining Tor over Cats Tor.

It can also be gained with less climbing from the Cat and Fiddle Inn. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia ) Axe Edge Moor Height: 551m 1,808 feet Axe Edge Moor is the major moorland, west of Buxton in the Peak District. It is mainly gritstone. The moor is the source of the River Dove, River Manifold, River Dane, River Wye and River Goyt. It boasts England's second highest public house (the Cat and Fiddle Inn). The moor is shared between the counties of Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire, which meet on its south-western flank at the Three Shire's Head on the Dane. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia ) High Stones Height: 548m 1,798 feet High Stones is the highest point within the boundaries of Sheffield City Council. It lies on the Howden Moors in South Yorkshire, England towards the northern boundary of the Peak District National Park, between Langsett Reservoir to the north east and Howden Reservoir to the south west.

The cairn at High Stones being something over two feet tall means that the top of the cairn is just over 1800ft above sea level. Margery Hill Height: 546m 1,791 feet Margery Hill lies between Langsett Reservoir to the northeast and Howden Reservoir to the southwest. The summit cairn has been identified as a Bronze Age burial mound aqnd thus the area has been designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by English Heritage. Margery Hill is the highest marked point within the boundaries of Sheffield. The land rises slightly to 548 metres to the south, near High Stones. Lord's Seat Height: 546m 1,791 feet Lord's Seat is the highest point on Rushup Edge, a ridge in the Derbyshire Peak District of England that forms the natural barrier between the Hope and Edale valleys. The ridge forms the western end of the longer ridge to Mam Tor and Lose Hill. Lord's Seat is an ideal viewpoint for looking across the Upper Edale valley to Kinder Scout.

Back Tor, Derwent Edge Height: 538m 1,765 feet Derwent Edge is a Millstone Grit escarpment that lies above the Upper Derwent Valley in Derbyshire. The Millstone Grit forms the edge of the high peat moorland plateau on the eastern side of the valley above Ladybower Reservoir. An OS Trig Point marks the highest point of the Edge at Back Tor. North of Back Tor the edge extends into Howden Edge and enters the county of South Yorkshire. Try this walk . Mam Tor Height: 517m 1,696 feet Mam Tor is a hill near Castleton in the High Peak. It is also known as the Shivering Mountain on account of the instability of its lower shale layers. Indeed, in 1979 the continual battle to maintain the A625 road on the crumbling southern side of the hill was lost when the road officially closed as a through-route. Nearby are four show caves: Blue John Cavern, Speedwell Cavern, Peak Cavern and Treak Cliff Cavern. Try this walk .

Shutlingslow Height: 506m 1,660 feet Shutlingsloe is a hill near the village of Wildboarclough, in the east of the county of Cheshire. It stands to the south of Macclesfield Forest, on the edge of the Peak District and within the National Park. A steep-sided hill with a distinctive profile, sometimes described as the 'Matterhorn of Cheshire', it is the third highest peak in the county and commands excellent views over the beautiful countryside of Cheshire. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia ) The Roaches Height: 505m 1,657 feet The Roaches is a prominent rocky ridge situated north of Leek. The ridge with its spectacular rock formations rises steeply to 505m. Along with Ramshaw Rocks and Hen Cloud they form a gritstone escarpment, which is very popular with hikers, rock climbers and freerunners. It is often very busy especially at weekends. The British Mountaineering Council maintain a mountain hut named in memory of Don Whillans in the area. Try this walk .

Lose Hill Height: 476m 1,562 feet Lose Hill is at the end of the Great Ridge that runs from Rushup Edge to the west (over Mam Tor, Hollins Cross and Back Tor). Myth says its name comes from the Battle of Win Hill and Lose Hill in 626. Prince Cwichelm and his father, King Cynegils of Wessex, gathered their forces on Lose Hill and marched on Northumbrians based on Win Hill. Despite superior numbers they were defeated by the enemy rolling boulders down on them. Try this walk . Eldon Hill Height: 470m 1,542 feet Eldon Hill can be climbed either from Peak Forest to the south or Castleton to the north. The approach from Castleton goes up Cave Dale with a return down Winnats Pass. The approach from Peak Forest is shorter and passes Eldon Hole on the way. The summit of the hill stands just 100 metres from the edge of the fenced quarry workings and gives good views with Mam Tor, Axe Edge Moor and the town of Buxton all well seen.

Win Hill Height: 462m 1,516 feet Win Hill lies north west of Bamford. It is almost surrounded by the River Derwent to the east, River Noe to the south west and Ladybower Reservoir to the north, but a ridge running north west links it to Kinder Scout. The Roman road from Glossop over Snake Pass and descends to Hope and the old Roman base of Brough in the Hope Valley, with Hope Cross, a marker post dating from 1737, at the highest point of the road. Try this walk . Stanage Edge Height: 458m 1,503 feet Stanage Edge is a gritstone escarpment famous as a location for climbing. The northern part of the edge forms the border between the High Peak of Derbyshire and Sheffield in South Yorkshire. Its highest point is High Neb. Areas of Stanage were quarried in the past to produce grindstones, and some can still be seen on the hillside-carved, but never removed. Stanage is a magnet for climbers and ramblers. Try this walk .

Higger Tor Height: 434m 1,424 feet Higger Tor is a gritstone tor in the Burbage Valley, in the Peak District of England. It stands in the county of South Yorkshire, about 200 metres from the border with Derbyshire, which runs along the nearest road, approximately 2 kilometres east of Hathersage. Higger Tor overlooks the hill fort of Carl Wark to the south east. For a walk to Higger Tor the best time is late summer when the heather carpets the moor in purple bloom. Try this walk . Chrome Hill Height: 425m 1,394 feet Chrome Hill is a limestone reef knoll on the Derbyshire side of the upper Dove valley. It is adjacent to the more distinctive but lower Parkhouse Hill. Chrome Hill was declared open access land under the provisions of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000. However, the only access remains along a concessionary footpath. It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and visitors are asked not to remove geological samples. Try this walk .

High Wheeldon Height: 422m 1,387 feet High Wheeldon is a distinctive dome shaped hill in Upper Dovedale in the Peak District, overlooking Longnor andCrowdecote. It is close to the more distinctively shaped pair, Chrome Hill and Parkhouse Hill. Popular with walkers, it is complemented with excellent views of the Dove and Manifold valleys. High Wheeldon serves as a memorial to the men from Derbyshire and Staffordshire who were killed in the two world wars. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia ) Hen Cloud Height: 410m 1,345 feet Hen Cloud is an impressive, solitary edge which rises steeply from the ground below and is located beside the Roaches. It is an impressive sight thats draws the attention of many travellers taking to the road from Leek to Buxton for as the driver ascends to the high ground Hen Cloud is directly in their eyesight facing them, an awesome sight. My first sight of it simply made me determined to climb it. Try this walk . Windgather Rocks Height: 400m 1,311 feet Windgather Rocks is a gritstone crag on the Derbyshire and Cheshire border.

The impressive rock escarpment is within the Peak District National Park and the site is a popular location for learning the rudiments of rock climbing. As the name suggests the area is exposed to the prevailing winds, being precisely 400m above sea level. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia ) Crook Hill Height: 382m 1,253 feet Crook Hill is situated above the A57 Snake Pass road between Sheffield and Manchester as it passes Ladybower Reservoir. It is normally climbed from the Derwent valley road just as it leaves the A57. A bridleway leaves the small car park at grid reference SK190871 and climbs steeply and past Crookhill Farm and onto the open pasture. It is then a straight-forward walk to the summit. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia ) Tegg's Nose Height: 380m 1,247 feet Tegg's Nose is a hill situated east of Macclesfield. It has a short ridge with a high point of 380 metres terminating in a promontory at the southern end.It lies on the western edge of the Peak District. Tegg's Nose is part of the Environmentally Sensitive Area Scheme.

Historically quarried for millstone grit, Tegg's Nose has a range of environments including moorland, meadow, farmland, broadleaved woodland and is rich in wildlife. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia ) Minninglow Height: 370m 1,214 feet Minninglow has a clump of trees crowning the hill, a round barrow containing Neolithic burial chambers. Although it is within 200 metres of the High Peak Trail there is public right of way to the site but there is now concession. North-west of Minninglow hill is the massive Minninglow Embankment on the former Cromford and High Peak Railway. This listed structure is a pre-Victorian example of civil engineering on the grand scale. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia ) Parkhouse Hill Height: 360m 1,180 feet Parkhouse Hill lies on the north side of the River Dove. Geologically, the hill is the remains of an atoll which is believed to have existed during the Carboniferous period when what is now the Peak District was covered by a tropical sea. For many years access to Parkhouse Hill was difficult, as there was no right of way to the summit.

Access is now possible under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000, as the hill is a designated access area. Stanton Moor Height: 323m 1,053 feet Stanton Moor lies between Matlock and Bakewell. It has four Bronze Age stone circles, of which the best known is Nine Ladies. To its north lies "Stanton Moor I" (the "North Circle"), and to its south are "Stanton Moor III" (the "Central Circle") and "Stanton Moor IV" (the "South Circle"). These other circles are largely overgrown and have few remaining stones. A further circle, Doll Tor, lies a short distance west of the moor. Try this walk . Copyright © 2003-2017 Walking Englishman. All rights reserved. All The Gear But No Idea: Mountain Profile: Kinder Scout Kinder Scout - The Southern Edge - 27/04/2014 A small cairn sits close to the summit and is located well off the beaten track Kinder Scout is a moorland plateau in the Dark Peak of the Peak District.

Part of the moor, at 636 metres above sea level, is the highest point in the Peak District, the highest point in Derbyshire, and the highest point in the East Midlands. Historically, the plateau was the target of the mass trespass in 1932. From the National Park's inception, a large area of the high moorland north of Edale was designated as 'Open Country'. In 2003, the "right to roam" on uncultivated land was enshrined into law, and this area of open country has been significantly extended. Kinder Scout is an exciting and varied place, so it seems unfair to limit it to just two pictures and a handful of paragraphs. Kinder Downfall Kinder Downfall is the tallest waterfall in the Peak District, with a 30 metre fall. It lies on the River Kinder, where it flows west over one of the gritstone cliffs on the plateau edge. The waterfall was formerly known as Kinder Scut, and it is from this that the plateau derives its name. Although usually little more than a trickle in summer, in spate conditions it is impressive.

In certain wind conditions (notably when there is a strong westerly wind), the water is blown back on itself, and the resulting cloud of spray can be seen from several miles away. Kinder Downfall on a dry day Kinder's Southern Edge The southern edge is by far the most popular area for walkers, overlooking the valley of Edale. It is home to a variety of gritstone features. Ringing Roger Ringing Roger is the name of a wind-eroded finger of rock coming down the hillside, located to the east of Golden Clough . It is said that it gets its name from the sound that the wind makes when blowing over it. Though the name Roger is unclear, it could be a derivation of the French word for rocks, roches. Ringing Roger Nether and Upper Tor Nether Tor and Upper Tor of two of Kinders most impressive edge features. They overlook Grindsbrook Clough and provide some excellent views of Edale. Nether Tor looking towards Upper Tor in the distance Crowden Tower Crowden Tower is a fortified pile of gritstone, defending the head of Crowden Brook.

Crowden Tower doing its best impression of a castle Wool Packs The Wool Packs is an amazing field of gritstone boulders that have been worn into shapes resembling enormous bales of wool or just about anything else you can imagine. The remarkable Wool Packs Pym Chair & Noe Stool An instantly recognisable rock formation, it is said that Pym Chair was the chosen location for a local preacher to deliver sermons. There is also the tale that it was the location of a highway man who preyed on unwitting travellers on the lonely moor, which I very much prefer. Noe Stool is another one of the number of amazing gritstone formations dotted along Kinder Scout's southern edge. The giant anvil shaped rock looks out across the headwaters of the River Noe. Pym Chair Noe Stool Kinder Low Kinder Low is wrongly regarded by many as the summit of Kinder Scout, thanks to the large trig pillar that stands there. The summit proper sits out in the peat to the north east but Kinder Low provides a worthy runner up. The area has been so popular with walkers over the years that all of the peat surrounding the pillar has been eroded away, leaving a desert-like sandy landscape behind.

Kinder Low Kinder's Northern Edge The northern edge of Kinder Scout, stretching from Ladybower Reservoir to the east and Kinder Reservoir in the west is much less frequented than the southern edge yet is no less interesting. While it may lack some of the iconic gritstone scenery, it more than makes up for this with its expansive views and feeling of remoteness. The Edge and the point of Fairbrook Naze are arguably the highlights. The northern edges of Kinder Scout Madwoman's Stones The Madwoman's Stones are close to Blackenden Edge. They are a collection of flat stones, quite modest in appearance compared to some of the features on the southern edge. The origin of the name may be unknown, but it does conjure up a certain image.

Madwoman's Stones All The Gear But No Idea: Kinder Scout - The Southern Edge Kinder Scout - The Southern Edge GPS Track Parking: Car park in Edale Start Point: Edale train station Region: Peak District Dark Peak Route length: 11.9 miles (19.1 km) Time taken: 05:11 Descent: 741m Summits on this walk: Kinder Scout (636m) Other points of interest: Ringing Roger, Druid's Stone, Madwoman's Stones, Nether Tor, Upper Tor, Grindsbrook Clough, Crowden Tower, The Wool Packs, Pym Chair, Kinder Low, Edale Cross, Jacob's Ladder Route: Edale Station, Heardman's Plantation, The Nab, Ringing Roger, Druid's Stone, Madwoman's Stones, Edale Moor Trig, Nether Tor, Upper Tor, Grindsbrook Clough, Crowden Tower, Wool Packs, Pym Chair, Kinder Scout , Kinder Low, Edale Rocks, Swine's Back, Edale Cross, Jacob's Ladder, Lee House, Upper Booth, Pennine Way, Edale Kinder Scout is the Peak District's highest peak, but that word 'peak'

 is a bit misleading for Kinder Scout has no distinct pointed top that can be easily identified.

Kinder Scout is however, an immense area of high moorland stood between the cities of Sheffield and Manchester and, despite no peak, contains the Peak District National Park's highest elevation, hidden away in the peaty no-mans land in the centre. For those that know Kinder, straying off path can, and inevitable will, become a whole adventure in its own right, such is the challenge presented by the notorious peat bogs at cover the plateau. Kinder Scout is also arguably the spiritual home of Open Access, the law that allows us to explore vast areas of open countryside at our leisure. This is thanks to the actions of the famous 'mass trespass' in the 1930s, more of which I'll mention later. For now, a bit of background to the hill/mountain/bog itself. As mentioned, Kinder Scout is a vast moorland plateau, stretching some 8km east to west and 3km north to south (at the widest point). There are three OS pillar on Kinder, located in the south west, the north west and the far east of the plateau though none actually mark the highest point.

This is reserved for an unmarked area (other than a spot height on the OS map) that lies a height of 636m close to Kinder Low (the southwestern trig pillar). There are several notable features on Kinder, many of which we'll see later, but the most important is perhaps Kinder Downfall. The Downfall is actually a ramshackle waterfall, the highest in the National Park at 30m. Originally called Kinder Scut, it is the source of the plateau's modern name, translated to mean 'Water over the edge'. Famously, in certain wind conditions, the water is blown back on itself, and the resulting cloud of spray can be seen from several miles away. Abandoning our cars in an anonymous waste ground adjacent to the station in Edale, our first port of call was for a cup of tea at the National Trust owned and run Penny Pot cafe, allowing us to plan our angle of attack. It's fair to say our plans remained fairly pliant for the most of the day. What we did know was our climb up onto the plateau would be via the gritstone outcrop of Ringing Roger.

A zigzag path leaves the crowded route up Grindsbrook Clough at the base of The Nab, a spur of land that reaches up to (or down from) Ringing Roger. It's a short, energetic climb that gains the required elevation quickly but without too much over exertion. Before long we were gazing down on large groups of people tramping up the main Grindsbrook path, glad that we'd made the effort not only to make the steeper climb but also take the quieter route. The mornings work; Ringing Roger pokes out on the horizon The valley of Edale Approaching the foot of Ringing Roger Edale valley, shortly before climbing Ringing Roger A short scramble climbs up onto Ringing Roger, an outcrop consisting of a number of wonderfully shaped rocks providing a never ending supply of things to climb up, over, onto or through in addition to the splendid views of the Edale valley. It's seems likely that the Roger element of the name is a corruption of the French word for rock; “Rocher”. The ringing part, who knows.

Once we'd dug out the map, we decided to head east, further still from the popular walking area between Nether Tor and Upper Tor, the plan being to find the Druid's Stone before crossing the empty moorland to the Madwoman's Stone, both notable features on an OS 25k map. After a moment of hesitation at a gate leading towards no-mans land, we located the path that branches off the main path along the edge and towards the Druid's Stone. Climbing Ringing Roger The impressive erosion on the rocks A view down the spur towards Grindsbrook Clough Lose Hill across the valley The desolate moor on Kinder's eastern side The Druid's Stone is an isolated gritstone block, separated from any other areas of geological significance by the expanse of peat moorland surrounding it. Being isolated as it is, it makes a great navigational tool, probably the reason it gains such prominence on the maps. As for its name; the rock has gained the folklore of being the site of Druid sacrifices with the indentations on top of the stone (which should be pointed out are due to natural erosion) are believed to be the receptacles for offerings.

From our vantage point (stood atop the Druid's Stone) the next feature across the moor is the Madwoman's Stones, which has a rather suggestive name. There is no path linking the two so it was time for our first foray into the wilderness. We followed a compass bearing almost exactly north though the destination was visible most of the time, allowing us to pick our way around the deeper and more foreboding looking hags without getting too 'off track'. Druid's Stone More expanses of moorland Madwoman's Stones We reached Madwoman's Stones without too much hassle and two pairs of dry feet. The location is another isolated gritstone outcrop, larger than the Druid's Stone. It would appear that it is unknown why the rocks are called what they are, it's open to suggestion. From here, rather than aim for the northern ridges as we'd loosely planned to back at the cafe, we aimed for the trig pillar that can be seen on the horizon, another venture across the notorious bogs. The pillar doesn't mark a significant height, it's some 40 lower than the highest elevation and when we arrived we found someone had decided to try their hand at a spot of gardening......

Madwoman's Stones The pillar is surrounded, overly so, by a large paved surface, designed to reduce the rampant erosion that Kinder is suffering from. This is too much though, nothing like the sympathetic attempts of the National Trust to re-wild the moorland by blocking the small, erosive river channels and re-seeding the badly affected areas. We'd bear witness to the fruits of their labour later on and its a noble, if not exceptionally time consuming task. For now, another bog-hopping trip back to Nether Tor and the beginning on one of the most popular ridge walks in the country. Management of the erosion on Kinder The well paved trig pillar at the heart of Kinder A view across the moor to Grindslow Knoll A path runs the entire length of the perimeter of Kinder Scout , no doubt a relic of ancient travellers combined with the modern tourist. The most popular part runs between Nether Tor and Kinder Low and passes many of the interesting sights that Kinder has to offer. It's both easy to follow and (once you've made the climb to reach it) relatively flat.

Strolling along there's some wonderful changes in scenery, from the craggy tors to the precipitous valley of Grindsbrook Clough and all that's in between. The sun was out and we were making good progress when we stopped for lunch at Crowden Tower. The valley of Golden Clough looking towards Edale The rocks of Nether Tor Nether Tor The jumble of rocks at Crowden Tower Some more interesting shapes The landscape here changes significantly, becoming much barer as the path winds its way through the Wool Packs, a series of enormous gritstone blocks, tossed about the landscape like discarded children's toys. This really is an amazing place. Some very boggy bits litter the main walking path making the going slightly more treacherous and, as it was bound to happen on Kinder, one of the bogs eventually got me, swallowing my boot right up to the cuff. Fortunately none managed to sneak in but my boots were no longer the lovely shade of green they should have been. Still, we'd made it through the Wool Packs to Pym Chair and were ready to try and find the elusive summit.

It is said that Pym Chair was the chosen location for a local preacher to deliver sermons though I prefer the tale that it was the location of a highway man who preyed on unwitting travellers on the lonely moor. The bogs at the Wool Packs The Wool Packs A view back to the distant Wool Packs Pym Chair Pym Chair - looking suitably chair-ish The actual summit of Kinder Scout is debatable. According to the map it lies due north west of Pym Chair, the direction that we headed in order to find it. As we observed previously, much of Kinder is being managed to reduce the erosion and the hard work appears to be paying dividends, especially in the area surrounding the highest point. The artificial dams designed to hold back water and re-silt the channels are working well alongside the seeded areas of bare peat that are starting to grown and really take hold. I can't wait to see what the result will be in the future but it will definitely be worth the effort. Following the compass and GPS we found our way to the spot height marked, it is marked by a very small cairn. Despite this, a number of surrounding humps appear higher, one in particular seeming to stand above the cairn.

However, upon reaching it the roles were reversed with the cairn now appearing higher. Such is the nature of Kinder's 'summit'. The re-grassed areas in the high moorland The cairn marking the top. Maybe Perhaps this is the summit? After satisfying ourselves that we'd probably reached the highest point, we set our sights on the trig pillar at Kinder Low, standing proud on the skyline. Another bog crossing session ensured that boots would remain filthy for now until we reached the bare, dusty, almost moon-like landscape at the Low. The trig pillar gazes down towards Hayfield, the site of the start of the infamous Kinder mass trespass. I'd almost forgotten to mention it, such was my excitement of getting previous photos sorted. Kinder Low The trig pillar at Kinder Low A distant Pym Chair beyond Kinder Low The mass trespass of Kinder Scout was a notable act of wilful trespass by ramblers, undertake on 24th April 1932. Its aim was to highlight that walkers in England and Wales were denied access to areas of open country.

The 1932 trespass began at Bowden Bridge quarry near Hayfield and proceeded via William Clough to the plateau of Kinder Scout , where there were violent scuffles with gamekeepers. The ramblers were able to reach their destination and meet with another group approaching from Edale. Though trespassing was not, and still is not, a criminal offence in any part of Britain, some of the trespassers received jail sentences of two to six months for offences relating to violence against the keepers. The mass trespass marked the beginning of a media campaign by The Ramblers Association, culminating in the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000, which legislates rights to walk on mapped access land. A view down Kinderlow End Despite having already witnessed some fascinating sights, there was still more to come as we plotted our route off the plateau via the Edale Cross and Jacob's Ladder. The Pennine Way would be our guide back to Edale, the famous route finishing (or starting) at the Rambler Inn in the village.

As the path delves beneath Edale Rocks (another impressive rock tor), it meets the ancient packhorse route between Manchester and Sheffield where you can find the Edale cross hidden away, protected in an alcove of drystone walls. The cross, made from local gritstone and quite coarsely carved, is believed to be medieval in date and was probably erected by the Cistercian monks of Basingwerk Abbey, marking the former junction of the three wards of the Forest of Peak: Glossop and Longdendale, Hopedale and Campagna. At some point in it's history, the cross was removed from its original position and its base and part of the shaft are missing. It was found buried in peat by local farmers who re-erected it and carved their initials onto the front with the date 1810. The cross is a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Edale Rocks The flanks of Kinder Scout Beyond the cross, the path continues along the packhorse route towards Edale, slowly descending into the valley below some further impressive tors, including the delightful Pagoda Rock. Edale was a convenient stopping point on two significant packhorse routes and would have provided an overnight break for packhorsemen and their horses.

To descend the steep valley, the route heads down Jacob's Ladder. Crowden Tower The packhorse route prior to Jacob's Ladder In the late 18th century a man called Jacob Marshall occupied Edale Head Farm, the ruins of which are close to the packhorse bridge along a track heading west. He kept a small enclosure for packhorses to graze in and is credited with constructing the steep direct path up the hillside to give the packhorsemen a respite while their horses took the longer zigzag route – hence the Jacob's Ladder name. We chose the shorter, steeper route down the slope, reaching the pleasant packhorse bridge at the bottom that provided us with a hint of summer in the sheltered valley. A large cairn marks the top of Jacob's Ladder Jacob's Ladder as it snakes down the valley The packhorse bridge And so it was, on towards Edale by way of a stop at a farm-cum-cafe for a well earned brew. It had been a contrasting day weather wise, very warm sunny spells interspersed with cooler, less clement weather.

Luckily the rain held off for the most part, the Kinder bogs are difficult at the best of times, even without being dampened by the weather. It remained nice as we strolled along the Pennine Way back to Edale, casting a warm glow over Ringing Roger and the Great Ridge. The Great Ridge

Question: Ringing Roger and Grindslow Knoll are features in which English National Park?
Answer: The Peak District